Hair-cutting guide device and methods of making and using the same

ABSTRACT

The invention is directed to a device used to help a stylist cut hair, such as during training. Specifically, the training device includes a fastener that is used to removably attach the device at a particular location in a client&#39;s hair. The device also includes a plurality of arms attached to the fastener at predetermined angles. The angles are beneficial, ensuring the user holds a section of hair at the proper position. The device can be used as a training tool for new stylists, or with experienced stylists to maintain skills. Advantageously, the arms of the device can be attached and removed as desired by the user, allowing the device to be customized for a particular client.

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

This application claims priority to U.S. Provisional Patent ApplicationNo. 63/293,577 filed Dec. 23, 2021, the entire content of which ishereby incorporated by reference.

TECHNICAL FIELD

The presently disclosed subject matter is generally directed to a haircutting guide device, and to methods of making and using the device.

BACKGROUND

Cutting hair is a skill and an art, much more than a science. Althoughthe standard implements used in cutting hair are well known, it is theskill of the barber or the stylist that determines the quality of ahaircut. It can take many years to learn how to cut hair and in theearly stages of a career, mistakes and bad haircuts are not uncommon.Even with the most skilled stylists and barbers, it is possible to makea mistake in the haircutting process. Hair stylists and barberstypically rely upon nonmechanical techniques when cutting hair. Forexample, the stylist lifts a section of hair away from the head with acomb at an angle, and then pinches it between two fingers. The outwardlyextending segment of hair (that which extends beyond the fingers) isthen cut with scissors or the like. Obviously, this technique involves agreat deal of judgment on the part of the stylist (e.g., to cut thedesired length of hair at the correct angle) and therefore greatly lendsitself to the possibility of human error. Furthermore, proficiency inthis technique requires a great deal of experience. It would thereforebe beneficial to provide a guide that overcomes the problems associatedwith errors when learning how to cut hair. Additionally, it would bebeneficial if the guide substantially reduced the risk of errorassociated with the hair cutting and styling process.

SUMMARY

In some embodiments, the presently disclosed subject matter is directedto a haircutting guide device. The device includes a fastener configuredto releasably attach to a support surface, the fastener defined by asupport and a closure. The device also includes a plate defined by a topsurface and a bottom surface; the bottom surface attached to thefastener support surface. The device comprises one or more arms definedby a first end and a second end, wherein the first end is attached to oradjacent to the plate and the second extends outward from the plate atan angle of about 1-180 degrees relative to the plate. An indicator ispositioned between the one or more arms, between an arm and the plate,or combinations thereof. The indicator provides a visual representationof the angle of the arm relative to the plate.

In some embodiments, the device comprises a single arm.

In some embodiments, the device comprises a plurality of arms (e.g., 1,2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, or 10).

In some embodiments, the device comprises at least one arm configured atabout 30 degrees, 45 degrees, 90 degrees, or 120 degrees relative to theplate.

In some embodiments, the device includes a separate indicator positionedbetween each arm.

In some embodiments, each arm has a length of about 1-5 inches.

In some embodiments, the plate is permanently attached to the fastener.

In some embodiments, the plate is releasably attached to the fastener.

In some embodiments, the angle of the arm is adjustable relative to theplate.

In some embodiments, the angle of the arm is permanently positionedrelative to the plate.

In some embodiments, the presently disclosed subject matter is directedto a kit. The kit includes a plurality of fasteners, each fastenerdefined by a support and a closure. The kit further includes a pluralityof plates defined by a top surface and a bottom surface, wherein thebottom surface is configured to attach to the support surface of thefastener. The kit includes a plurality of arms, each arm defined by afirst end, a second end, and a length therebetween, wherein the firstend of each arm is configured to attach to or adjacent to the topsurface of a plate and the second end of each arm extends from the plateat an angle of 1-180 degrees relative to the plate. The kit alsoincludes instructions for use.

In some embodiments, the kit further includes a plurality of indicatorsthat each provide a visual representation of arm angles relative to acorresponding plate.

In some embodiments, the presently disclosed subject matter is directedto a method of cutting hair, the method comprising positioning a guidedevice in a first section of a user's hair. The guide device comprises afastener configured to releasably attach to the first section of theuser's hair, the fastener defined by a support and a closure; a platedefined by a top surface and a bottom surface, the bottom surfaceattached to the fastener support surface; one or more arms defined by afirst end and a second end, wherein the first end is attached to oradjacent to the plate and the second end extends outward from the plateat an angle of about 1-180 degrees relative to the plate; wherein anindicator is positioned between the one or more arms, between an arm andthe plate, or combinations thereof; wherein the indicator provides avisual representation of the angle of the arm relative to the plate. Themethod includes pulling all or a portion of hair in the first section inalignment with an arm of the device, wherein the arm provides the properangle for cutting the section of hair. The method includes cutting thefirst section of hair, wherein the hair is cut at a desired angle. Afterthe first section of hair has been cut, repositioning the guide deviceat a second section of the user's hair. The method includesrepositioning the arms of the device to the proper angle for cutting thesecond section of hair. The method includes pulling all or a portion ofhair in the first section in alignment with an arm of the device,wherein the arm provides the proper angle for cutting the second sectionof hair and repeating the process until the user's entire head of hairhas been cut.

In some embodiments, the arms are removable and attachable to the plate;

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

FIG. 1 a illustrates a side view of a guide device for use when cuttinghair in accordance with some embodiments of the presently disclosedsubject matter.

FIG. 1 b illustrates a side view of a guide device for use when cuttinghair in accordance with some embodiments of the presently disclosedsubject matter.

FIG. 1 c is a side view of the guide of FIG. 1 a configured in the hairof a client in accordance with some embodiments of the presentlydisclosed subject matter.

FIGS. 2 a-2 f are perspective views of various device fasteners inaccordance with some embodiments of the presently disclosed subjectmatter.

FIG. 3 a is a perspective view of a device fastener in accordance withsome embodiments of the presently disclosed subject matter.

FIG. 3 b is a perspective view of a device fastener in an openedposition in accordance with some embodiments of the presently disclosedsubject matter.

FIG. 4 a is a top plan view of a fastener in accordance with someembodiments of the presently disclosed subject matter.

FIG. 4 b is a side plan view of a fastener in accordance with someembodiments of the presently disclosed subject matter.

FIG. 5 a is a front plan view of a plurality of arms attached to afastener in accordance with some embodiments of the presently disclosedsubject matter.

FIG. 5 b is a front plan view of a plurality of arms attached to afastener guide in accordance with some embodiments of the presentlydisclosed subject matter.

FIG. 6 a is a front plan view of a plurality of arms attached to afastener in accordance with some embodiments of the presently disclosedsubject matter.

FIG. 6 b is a font plan view of a device comprising a single arm inaccordance with some embodiments of the presently disclosed subjectmatter.

FIG. 6 c is a side view of a device comprising a single movable arm inaccordance with some embodiments of the presently disclosed subjectmatter.

FIG. 6 d is a side view of a device comprising a single movable arm andan indicator guide in accordance with some embodiments of the presentlydisclosed subject matter.

FIG. 7 is a perspective view of a device arm in accordance with someembodiments of the presently disclosed subject matter.

FIG. 8 a is a side plan view of a device configured in the back of aclient's head in accordance with some embodiments of the presentlydisclosed subject matter.

FIGS. 8 b and 8 c are side plan views of a device configured on the sideof a user's head in accordance with some embodiments of the presentlydisclosed subject matter.

FIG. 8 d is a side plan view of a device configured in the top portionof a user's head in accordance with some embodiments of the presentlydisclosed subject matter.

FIG. 8 e is a side plan view of a device configured in the top portionof a user's head in accordance with some embodiments of the presentlydisclosed subject matter.

FIG. 9 is a graphic representation of a kit in accordance with someembodiments of the presently disclosed subject matter.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

The presently disclosed subject matter is introduced with sufficientdetails to provide an understanding of one or more particularembodiments of broader inventive subject matters. The descriptionsexpound upon and exemplify features of those embodiments withoutlimiting the inventive subject matters to the explicitly describedembodiments and features. Considerations in view of these descriptionswill likely give rise to additional and similar embodiments and featureswithout departing from the scope of the presently disclosed subjectmatter.

Unless defined otherwise, all technical and scientific terms used hereinhave the same meaning as commonly understood to one of ordinary skill inthe art to which the presently disclosed subject matter pertains.Although any methods, devices, and materials similar or equivalent tothose described herein can be used in the practice or testing of thepresently disclosed subject matter, representative methods, devices, andmaterials are now described.

Following long-standing patent law convention, the terms “a”, “an”, and“the” refer to “one or more” when used in the subject specification,including the claims. Thus, for example, reference to “a device” caninclude a plurality of such devices, and so forth. It will be furtherunderstood that the terms “comprises,” “comprising,” “includes,” and/or“including” when used herein specify the presence of stated features,integers, steps, operations, elements, and/or components, but do notpreclude the presence or addition of one or more other features,integers, steps, operations, elements, components, and/or groupsthereof.

Unless otherwise indicated, all numbers expressing quantities ofcomponents, conditions, and so forth used in the specification andclaims are to be understood as being modified in all instances by theterm “about”. Accordingly, unless indicated to the contrary, thenumerical parameters set forth in the instant specification and attachedclaims are approximations that can vary depending upon the desiredproperties sought to be obtained by the presently disclosed subjectmatter.

As used herein, the term “about”, when referring to a value or to anamount of mass, weight, time, volume, concentration, and/or percentagecan encompass variations of, in some embodiments+/−20%, in someembodiments+/−10%, in some embodiments+/−5%, in some embodiments+/−1%,in some embodiments+/−0.5%, and in some embodiments+/−0.1%, from thespecified amount, as such variations are appropriate in the disclosedpackages and methods.

As used herein, the term “and/or” includes any and all combinations ofone or more of the associated listed items.

Relative terms such as “below” or “above” or “upper” or “lower” or“horizontal” or “vertical” may be used herein to describe a relationshipof one element, layer, or region to another element, layer, or region asillustrated in the drawing figures. It will be understood that theseterms and those discussed above are intended to encompass differentorientations of the device in addition to the orientation depicted inthe drawing figures.

The embodiments set forth below represent the necessary information toenable those skilled in the art to practice the embodiments andillustrate the best mode of practicing the embodiments. Upon reading thefollowing description in light of the accompanying drawing figures,those skilled in the art will understand the concepts of the disclosureand will recognize applications of these concepts not particularlyaddressed herein. It should be understood that these concepts andapplications fall within the scope of the disclosure and theaccompanying claims.

The presently disclosed subject matter is generally directed to a devicethat is used to help a stylist cut hair. Specifically, device 5 includesfastener 10 that is used to removably attach the device in a segment ofa client's hair, as shown in FIGS. 1 a-1 c . The device also includes aplurality of arms 15 attached to the fastener at predetermined angles20. The angles are beneficial, ensuring the user holds a section of hairat the proper position for cutting. For example, one arm can indicatethe proper angle for cutting bangs, another arm can show the stylist theproper angle for cutting the sides of a client's hair. The device can beused as a training tool for new stylists or with experienced stylists tomaintain skills. Advantageously, the arms of the device can be attached,angled, and/or removed as desired by the user, allowing device 5 to becustomized for a particular client.

As set forth above, device 5 includes fastener 10 that allows the deviceto be retained within a client's hair. The term “fastener” broadlyrefers to any element that enables the device to be secured in a head ofhair, such as through the use of teeth, joining members, adjacentmembers, hinges, elastic, and the like. Thus, the fastener can beconfigured as a clip 25, barrette 26, tie 27, clasp 28, comb 29, pin 30,or combinations thereof, illustrated in FIGS. 2 a-2 f (respectively). Itshould be appreciated that the fastener is not limited to the examplesshown in the Figures and can include any retaining element that can beremovably positioned in the hair.

Fastener 10 includes support surface 35 that provides a foundation forattachment of arms 15, as shown in FIGS. 3 a and 3 b . The supportsurface can be configured as an elongated spine that is flat (e.g.,horizontal), rounded, angled, or in any desired shape. As noted above,the fastener also includes at least one closing element 40 thatmaintains the fastener in the hair, such as a pair of opposed jaws,teeth, snap-fit closure, and the like. For example, the upper and lowerjaws of a fastener can be maintained together with a conventional pinand spring system that provides for locking and unlocking of fastener.However, any conventional method can be used to open and close thefastener. In some embodiments, the closing element can move toward oraway from the support surface.

The arms can be configured as separate independent units as shown inFIG. 1 b . Alternatively, the arms can be attached to guide 16 thatattaches to the support surface of the fastener as shown in theembodiment of FIG. 1 a . The guide can be used to provide an addedsupport for the arms, preventing or reducing the incidence ofdamage/breakage and the like. In some embodiments, the guide can alsoinclude writing, angles, or other elements to provide information to thestylist.

The fastener can be configured in any desired size or shape. Forexample, fastener 10 can be configured with length 45, width 46, andthickness 47. The term “length” refers to the longest horizontaldistance from first side edge 50 to a second side edge 51 of thefastener, as shown in FIG. 4 a . In some embodiments, the fastener caninclude length 45 of about 1-8 inches (e.g., at least/no more than about1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8 inches). The term “width” refers to thelongest linear distance perpendicular to the length (e.g., from a frontface to a rear face of the fastener). The term “thickness” refers to thelongest linear distance from the uppermost point of the fastener to thelowermost point, as illustrated in FIG. 4 b . The length and/or width ofthe fastener can be about 0.25-2 inches (e.g., at least/no more thanabout 0.25, 0.5, 0.75, 1, 1.25, 1.5, 1.75, or 2 inches). However, itshould be appreciated that the dimensions of the fastener are notlimited and can be configured outside of the ranges given above.

Fastener 10 can be constructed from any suitable rigid or flexiblematerial. The term “rigid” refers to a material that does not easilybend under the application of pressure. The term “flexible” refers to amaterial that is easily maneuvered or bent upon the application of anexternal force. The fastener can therefore be constructed from anysuitable material, such as (but not limited to) plastic, metal, wood,rubber, elastic, ceramics, or combinations thereof.

As discussed above, support surface 35 of the fastener can include oneor more arms 15. The term “arm” includes any extension that can bepermanently or releasably attached to the fastener. As shown in FIG. 5 a, one or more arms 15 can be attached to the fastener support surfacevia plate 55. The plate provides support for the arms/guide, preventinginstability and allows attachment of the arms to the fastener. As shownin FIG. 5 a , guide portions 16 can be positioned between adjacent arms.In other embodiments, guide 16 directly attaches to the plate using anysuitable mechanism, as shown in FIG. 5 b . In these embodiments, arms 15can be attached to an edge of the guide that is farthest from the plate.The plate can be attached to support surface 35 of the fastener usingany suitable mechanism, such as the use of VELCRO®, adhesive, welding,screws, nails, magnets, and the like.

Arms 15 provide an indication to the user of the arm angle 20 relativeto the fastener or plate 55, which is useful when cutting hair. In someembodiments, the device can include 1-10 arms, each providing adifferent angle of reference for the user. Specifically, each armincludes first end 18 that is attached to plate 55 (or guide 16) andsecond end 17 that extends away from the plate. Each arm can bepermanently attached to the plate, such that a new fastener is used eachtime the user desires an angle not provided by an arm. In otherembodiments, arms 15 can be releasably attached to the plate or guide(e.g., through the use of springs, magnets, clips, etc.), allowing theuser to customize the device for a particular use or application. Insome embodiments, first end 18 of each arm is attached to the plate orguide, but second end 17 is adjustable to any desired angle. Thus, eacharm can be positioned at an angle 20 of about 1-180 degrees relative toplate 55 and/or fastener 10 (e.g., at least/no more than about 30, 35,40, 45, 50, 55, 60, 65, 70, 75, 80, 85, 90, 95, 100, 105, 110, 115, 120,125, 130, 135, 140, 145, 150, 155, 160, 165, 170, 175, or 180 degrees).

For example, FIG. 6 a illustrates fastener comprising arms configured atabout 30 degrees (shown as 51), 90 degrees (shown as 52), and 120degrees (shown as 53) (e.g., arms 15 a, 15 b, 15 c respectively). FIG. 6b illustrates one embodiment of a device comprising a single arm 15configured at angle 20 of about 45 degrees relative to plate 55 and/orfastener 10. The arm can be permanently attached at angle 20, or can bereleasably attached, allowing the angle to be altered if desired by auser as shown in the embodiment of FIG. 6 c . For example, the arm canbe attached to plate 55 using a hinge, magnet, clasp, etc. that allowsthe arm to be attached and reattached at any desired angle relative tothe plate. The plate can optionally include writing or other indicatorsof proper placement of the arm(s).

FIG. 6 d illustrates one embodiment comprising a single arm 15 that canbe adjusted according to guide 16. The guide can provide a visualindication of particular angle, use instructions, application type,finger position, parting angles, and the like. As shown, arm 15 can bemaneuvered to a desired position (e.g., 30 degrees relative to the head)and set into place. The user can then use the device to cut a portion ofhair at the set angle.

The arm can stay in a desired location using magnets or other elementsthat allow for releasably positioning of the arm along the guide.Similarly, one or more arms can be added to or removed from the guide ifneeded or desired by the user. The guide can optionally include one ormore attachments that give additional information to the user, such aswhat parting to use and finger position for a particular section ofhair. The information can be provided on the guide through any suitablemechanism, such as symbols attached and removed via magnets, VELCRO®,and the like. In this way, the user can be advised for training purposeson the proper way to cut the hair.

Each arm 15 can have any desired length 65, such as about 1-5 inches(e.g., at least/no more than about 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 inches), as shown inFIG. 7 . Arms 15 can also include width 66 of about 0.1-2 inches (e.g.,at least/no more than about 0.1, 0.25, 0.5, 0.75, 1, 1.25, 1.5, 1.75, or2 inches). The arms can further include thickness 67 of about 0.1-1 inch(e.g., at least/no more than about 0.1, 0.25, 0.5, 0.75, or 1 inch). Insome embodiments, the length, width, and thickness are about the samefor each arm configured on device 5. In other embodiments, at least onearm has a length, width, or thickness that differs from at least oneother arm (e.g., by at least about 25 to 75 percent greater or less). Itshould also be appreciated that the length, thickness, and width rangesare not limiting, and the arms can be configured outside the givenscopes.

Arms 15 can have any desired cross-sectional shape, such as (but notlimited to) square, rectangular, oval, circular, triangular, pentagonal,hexagonal, diamond, octagonal, and the like.

The device arms can be constructed from any suitable material, such asrubber, metal, plastic, wood, ceramic, or combinations thereof.

In use, device 5 can be clipped or removably inserted into a client'shair at a location where the hair is to be cut. It is known that theproper angle at which to cut hair depends on the location of the hairbeing cut. For example, the hair at the back of the head would be cut ata different angle than the hair on the sides, top, or front of the head.Advantageously, device 5 can be selected or customized for theparticular section of hair to be cut. As shown in FIG. 8 a , a user maydecide to clip device 5 in a downward direction at the back portion ofthe client's hair (or in an upward direction or sideways direction atany portions of the user's head or hair). The user can then configurearm 15 at an angle of 45 degrees as shown on guide 16 (e.g., the guidecan include writing, indication of different angles, tips for cuttinghair, etc.). The guide can therefore extend between the plate and thearm, between arms, behind/in front of one or more arms, etc. In someembodiments, the device can be pre-configured fora portion of the user'shead (e.g., the device can include arm 15 (or a plurality of arms) thatare configured at an angle and/or with information for use with cuttingthe back of a person's hair). It should be appreciated that the arm canbe configured at any angle (e.g., the device has a permanentlypositioned arm at a set angle, or the arm can move to a desired angle,where the arm is used as a cutting guide). The user then grasps asection of hair, guided at the proper angle and cuts a segment of lengthfrom the hair. In this way, the device acts as a guide, directing theuser to the proper angle for cutting the client's hair in the backportion of their head. The user continues to use the cutting guide untilthe back of the head has been cut.

The user can then remove the device and reposition it at a differentlocation in the user's hair (e.g., the sides, top, or front). Arms 15can be adjusted to accommodate the new position, and the angles resetfor the new location. Alternatively, a new device can be used withpermanently positioned arms. FIGS. 8 b and 8 c illustrate one embodimentwhere fastener 10 is positioned about horizontally on a side of aclient's head. Arm 15 is set at angle 20, which is the proper angle forcutting hair at a diagonal forward or rearward line. After the hair onthe side of a user's head has been cut a desired amount, the user canremove the device and clip it to a different location on the user'shead. The arms can be moved to indicate a desired angle, as shown in theembodiment of FIGS. 8 d and 8 e . Alternatively, a new device 5 can beinserted with the arms preset to the correct angle. The process can berepeated until the entire head of hair has been cut in the mannerdescribed.

In some embodiments, the device can be configured as a kit, allowing theuser to customize a device for a particular application. For example,the kit can include a variety of different fasteners 10, allowing theuser to choose which fits best for a specific client (e.g., hair length,hair texture, cut type, etc.), as shown in FIG. 9 . Kit 70 can furtherinclude one or more plates 55 with arms 15 attached. Each plate caninclude one or more arms in a preset configuration, or the arms can beattached, removed, and/or positioned at any desired location on acorresponding plate. The arms can be angled as desired by the user(i.e., to correspond to a particular area of the hair to be cut). Insome embodiments, instructions 75 for use can also be included in thekit.

Device 5 provides many benefits over prior art hair clips or cuttingguides.

Specifically, the clips act as a guide, instructing users on the properhair angle, parting angle, and/or finger position to use to cut thehair.

Advantageously, device 5 can be used as an instrument for students ofcosmetology to practice or learn hair cutting skills.

The disclosed device is sanitary, easy to manufacture, readilytransportable, and readily storable.

The disclosed device is simple and easy to use, allowing a wide varietyof users to employ the device when cutting hair.

The device is customizable, allowing users to specifically position thearms at a desired location and angle along the fastener for training andteaching purposes. In this way, students can easily follow and copy theinstructor during training exercises using the arms as a guide.

The device is simple to produce, which reduces the costs of manufacture.

Advantageously, the device can be configured in a variety of colors anddesigns, allowing users to coordinate the device as desired.

The disclosed guide allows even an unskilled user to achieveprofessional looking results.

The device can be reused for many different clients, offering a longlife.

Exemplary embodiments of the methods and components of the presentlydisclosed subject matter have been described herein. As noted elsewhere,these embodiments have been described for illustrative purposes only,and are not limiting. Other embodiments are possible and are covered bythe presently disclosed subject matter. Such embodiments will beapparent to persons skilled in the relevant art(s) based on theteachings contained herein. Thus, the breadth and scope of the presentinvention should not be limited by any of the above-described exemplaryembodiments but should be defined only in accordance with the followingclaims and their equivalents.

What is claimed is:
 1. A haircutting guide device, comprising: afastener configured to releasably attach to a support surface, thefastener defined by a support and a closure; a plate defined by a topsurface and a bottom surface, the bottom surface attached to thefastener support surface; one or more arms defined by a first end and asecond end, wherein the first end is attached to or adjacent to theplate and the second extends outward from the plate at an angle of about1-180 degrees relative to the plate; wherein an indicator is positionedbetween the one or more arms, between an arm and the plate, orcombinations thereof; wherein the indicator provides a visualrepresentation of the angle of the arm relative to the plate.
 2. Thedevice of claim 1, comprising a single arm.
 3. The device of claim 1,comprising a plurality of arms.
 4. The device of claim 1, comprising atleast one arm configured at about 30 degrees, 45 degrees, 90 degrees, or120 degrees relative to the plate.
 5. The device of claim 1, wherein aseparate indicator is positioned between each arm.
 6. The device ofclaim 1, wherein each arm has a length of about 1-5 inches.
 7. Thedevice of claim 1, wherein the plate is permanently attached to thefastener.
 8. The device of claim 1, wherein the angle of the arm isadjustable relative to the plate.
 9. The device of claim 1, wherein theangle of the arm is permanently positioned relative to the plate.
 10. Akit comprising: a plurality of fasteners, each fastener defined by asupport and a closure; a plurality of plates defined by a top surfaceand a bottom surface, wherein the bottom surface is configured to attachto the support surface of the fastener; a plurality of arms, each armdefined by a first end, a second end, and a length therebetween, whereinthe first end of each arm is configured to attach to or adjacent to thetop surface of a plate and the second end of each arm extends from theplate at an angle of 1-180 degrees relative to the plate; andinstructions for use.
 11. The kit of claim 10, further comprising aplurality of indicators that each provide a visual representation of armangles relative to a corresponding plate.
 12. A method of cutting hair,the method comprising: positioning a guide device in a first section ofa user's hair, the guide device comprising: a fastener configured toreleasably attach to the first section of the user's hair, the fastenerdefined by a support and a closure; a plate defined by a top surface anda bottom surface, the bottom surface attached to the fastener supportsurface; one or more arms defined by a first end and a second end,wherein the first end is attached to or adjacent to the plate and thesecond end extends outward from the plate at an angle of about 1-180degrees relative to the plate; wherein an indicator is positionedbetween the one or more arms, between an arm and the plate, orcombinations thereof; wherein the indicator provides a visualrepresentation of the angle of the arm relative to the plate; pullingall or a portion of hair in the first section in alignment with an armof the device, wherein the arm provides the proper angle for cutting thesection of hair; cutting the first section of hair, wherein the hair iscut at a desired angle; after the first section of hair has been cut,repositioning the guide device at a second section of the user's hair;repositioning the arms of the device to the proper angle for cutting thesecond section of hair; pulling all or a portion of hair in the firstsection in alignment with an arm of the device, wherein the arm providesthe proper angle for cutting the second section of hair; repeating theprocess until the user's entire head of hair has been cut.
 13. Themethod of claim 12, wherein the fastener has a length of about 1-8inches, a width of about 0.25-2 inches, a thickness of about 0.25-2inches, or combinations thereof.
 14. The method of claim 12, wherein thedevice comprises at least one arm configured at about 30 degrees, 45degrees, 90 degrees, or 120 degrees relative to the plate.
 15. Themethod of claim 12, wherein the device comprises about 1-5 arms.
 16. Themethod of claim 12, wherein the angle of the arm is adjustable relativeto the plate.
 17. The method of claim 12, wherein the arms are removableand attachable to the plate;
 18. The method of claim 13, wherein eacharm has a length of about 1-5 inches.
 19. The method of claim 13,wherein the arms have a square, rectangular, oval, circular, triangular,or hexagonal cross-sectional shape.
 20. The method of claim 13, whereinthe plate is permanently attached to the fastener.